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Kenya is the home of the safari - the Maasai Mara's great migration, Rift Valley lakes and a palm-lined Indian Ocean coast to finish. It's the continent's most established wildlife destination, and group safaris make pairing up natural.
🇰🇪 Kenya at a glance
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Largest city
- Nairobi
- Official languages
- English, Swahili
- Area
- 580,367 km² (224,081 mi²)
- Population
- 56.4 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Kenyan shilling — KES (Sh)
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Calling code
- +254
- Plug type
- Type G
Data updated: weather 28 min ago · rates 28 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Kenya is known for
Kenya is the home of the safari - the Maasai Mara's great migration, Rift Valley lakes and a palm-lined Indian Ocean coast to finish. It's the continent's most established wildlife destination, and shared safaris make pairing up the natural way to travel.
- The Maasai Mara and the great migration
- Rift Valley lakes and flamingos
- Amboseli beneath Kilimanjaro
- Swahili-coast beaches
Tourism in Kenya
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #6 of 15 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Kenya
From Nairobi to Diani Beach, these are the places most Kenya trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Nairobi who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Nairobi
Capital with a national park on its doorstep.
Mombasa
Historic Swahili port on the Indian Ocean coast.
Nakuru
Rift Valley town beside a flamingo-filled lake.
Diani Beach
White-sand coastal resort strip south of Mombasa.
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Create your tripThings to do in Kenya
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Safari & wildlife
- The great migration in the Maasai Mara
- Elephants beneath Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
- Rhinos and big cats in the conservancies
Rift Valley & lakes
- Flamingos at Lake Nakuru
- Hike and boat at Hell's Gate
- Hot springs and escarpment views
Coast & reef
- White sand and reefs at Diani Beach
- Swahili history in old Mombasa
- Dhow sails off Lamu island
Culture & food
- Visit a Maasai village
- Nyama choma grilled meat
- Coastal Swahili and coconut curries
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
July to October lines up with the migration and the best dry-season game viewing; January and February are also excellent. The long rains (March to May) are greener and quieter but wetter on the roads.
Safety tips
- Use trusted safari operators and taxi apps in Nairobi
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $15-28/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $45-90/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $100-180/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $20-45
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Safaris are run by operators in 4x4s; light aircraft link the parks and the coast quickly. In Nairobi, ride-hailing apps are the easy way around.
Visa & entry requirements for Kenya
Every nationality is different - pick your passport for a personalized answer, or open our Visa page for assisted help applying.
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Plan your Kenya trip together
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Hotels & Homes
Hotels, resorts, hostels and homes worldwide - book a room to share and split the cost.
Flights
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Trains
Scenic routes and fast city hops - book train tickets across many countries.
Car Rentals
Rent a car and explore on your own schedule - perfect for road trips together.
Tours & Attractions
Skip-the-line tickets, day tours and experiences at the top attractions.
Flight + Hotel
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